Estonian Education Minister shocks school, ends graduation speech in Russian
Estonian Education Minister Kristina Kallas sparked controversy by concluding a graduation speech in Russian at a school that operates exclusively in Estonian. The incident has drawn criticism from school staff and former officials who argue that official addresses in the region should remain in the state language.
Why it matters
This event highlights ongoing tensions regarding language policy and national identity in Estonia, particularly in regions with significant Russian-speaking populations.
Estonian Education Minister Kristina Kallas ended her graduation speech at Kohtla‑Järve State High School in Ida-Viru county with words in Russian, which really surprised the school staff, writes ERR News.
The article presents both the minister's justification and the criticism from school staff, maintaining a balanced reporting style.
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